1997 Lamborghini Diablo

This 1997 Lamborghini Diablo VT roadster is is one of approximately 466 examples produced between 1996 and 2000, and it shows 2,300 kilometers (~1,500 miles) following its acquisition by the current owner in April 2021. It is powered by a 5.7-liter V12 linked with a five-speed manual transmission, a Viscous Traction all-wheel drive system, and front and rear limited-slip differentials. The car is finished in Smalto Rosso over Snowcorn leather with white piping, and features include an adjustable suspension, Brembo anti-lock brakes, power steering, 17″ five-spoke alloy wheels, a removable hardtop, retractable headlights, scissor doors, automatic climate control, an Alpine sound system, and fixed-back bucket seats. Fluids services were performed and the spark plugs were replaced in May 2023. This Diablo VT Roadster is now offered on dealer consignment at no reserve in Illinois with the owner’s manual, literature, service records, accessories, a clean Carfax report, and a clean Montana title. The Marcello Gandini-designed Diablo debuted in January 1990 and featured composite and aluminum bodywork. This example is finished in Smalto Rosso and features retractable headlights and scissor doors. Styling cues differentiating the roadster from the contemporary VT coupe include redesigned fog and marker lights, Lamborghini shields on the side pillars, and a body-color roof panel that secures to the engine cover when not in use. The 17″ five-spoke alloy wheels are mounted with Pirelli P Zero Asimmetrico tires. Stopping power is provided by Brembo calipers over ventilated disc brakes with ABS at each corner. The car came equipped from the factory with an adjustable suspension and power steering. The front shocks were replaced in August 2021, and the brake fluid was flushed in May 2023, when the sway bar links were serviced. The fixed-back bucket seats are trimmed in Snowcorn leather with red piping. Amenities include automatic climate control, power windows, and an Alpine stereo and sound system. The leather-wrapped steering wheel frames a 220-mph speedometer and a tachometer with a 7,500-rpm redline as well as auxiliary gauges for oil pressure, oil temperature, coolant temperature, and fuel level. The six-digit odometer shows 2,300 kilometers (~1,500 miles), approximately 150 kilometers of which were added under current ownership. The 5.7-liter V12 was factory rated at 492 horsepower and 428 lb-ft of torque. Work in May 2023 included fluids services and replacing the spark plugs. Other work within the last two years has included replacing the battery, lid struts, and air filters. Power is routed to all four wheels through a five-speed manual transmission, a Viscous Traction system, and a pair of limited-slip differentials. Additional underside photos are provided in the gallery. The sale includes period literature, owner’s manuals, a set of wool floor mats, a scale model, keys, framed artwork, and additional accessories as shown in the gallery below. The Carfax report shows no accidents or damage and lists registration history in New Jersey, Ohio, Florida, New York, Illinois, and Montana. The listed lien has been released.